Registration for the 2015 Mackinac Policy Conference, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s signature event that brings together nationally-renowned speakers and thought leaders on Michigan’s Center Stage, is now open.
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November 18: Advocacy Team Active in Solution to Fix Michigan Roads; Ford Motor Co. Vice President to Highlight Michigan Supply Base at MICHauto Annual Meeting
The Detroit Regional Chamber applauds the Michigan Senate for taking a critical step to address Michigan’s crumbling infrastructure. The Senate voted 24-13 last week to modify how gas taxes are calculated in order to raise at least $1 billion to fix state roads and make strategic infrastructure investments.
Continue ReadingNovember 11: Bankruptcy Decision Paves Way for New Era in Detroit; Kevin Kerrigan to Lead State’s Automotive Office
The Detroit Regional Chamber applauds Judge Steven Rhodes for approving Detroit’s bankruptcy plan last week, paving the way for a new era for the city and region. Exiting bankruptcy so effectively has wiped out decades of poor financial decisions and created a historic opportunity to move the city forward.
Continue ReadingNovember 4 Election Edition: Gov. Snyder’s Re-election to Accelerate Michigan’s Reinvention; Chamber-Backed Candidates Sweep State, National Offices
Dozens of pro-growth candidates supported by the Detroit Regional Chamber swept their respective races during Tuesday’s election. Preliminary results show that 91 out of 94 candidates endorsed by the Chamber’s Political Action Committee (PAC), were elected at the local, state and national level, marking an important step in Michigan’s ongoing revitalization.
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